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Classes and Workshops

Finishing-Hands On - Rich Johnson

Date: February 28, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: An incredible opportunity to learn about the theory of finishing from one of the best! Our instructor will teach you about the different types of finish available to the woodworker and when to use them. You will learn about natural and man-made finishes, indoor and outdoor finishes, and the stains and dyes used to color your projects. You will get to use the knowledge learned in the class to take an average finish and turn it into a stunning surface! You will be amazed at the results you will be able to achieve on your next finishing project.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100

Router Workshop - Rich Johnson

Date: March 1, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: All-Day Router Intensive - A fantastic opportunity to learn about the router and its use in woodworking. This class will cover everything about the machine and how to choose the best router for any size project. The class will also cover bit selection, techniques and basic cuts, template use, inlays, joinery, jigs and plenty of tricks! Learn from router enthusiast Rich Johnson about this incredibly versatile power tool. Once you see all the things a router can do and how to use it, you won’t hesitate to use routers in all of your projects.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100

Basic Cabinetmaking - Part 3: Drawers - Rich Gady

Date: March 7, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: In this class, we will make a drawer and drawer front for the cabinet we made in Part 1, the box. You will install drawer slides in the cabinet and the drawer front on the drawer box. We will be using the table saw, dado blade, jigsaw, drill and screw-gun, nail-gun and a sander. The instructor, Rich Gady is a master cabinet-maker, and has taught many classes at Rockler as well as local colleges. Materials for this class will be $50, plus the type of drawer slides you choose to use.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Class Fee: $100 + materials

Take Your Turning To The Next Level - Michael Roper

Date: March 8, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: Make a turning project of your own choice with an award winning wood artist Michael Roper (just call him Roper) who will help you take your woodturning to the next level. This is an open intermediate class designed to help beginner Woodturners take the next step in perfecting their technique. We will discuss proper tool bevel angles as well as sharpening techniques, stance and safety at the lathe while guiding you through the project you want to do. Please bring your tools and wood for your project.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Class Fee: $100

Woodworking 101 - Table - Tracy Gray

Date: March 14, & March 15 2015

Time: 9am - 1pm

Overview: Class is 3/14 & 3/15. Learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small side table. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. A $55 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100 + materials

Relief Carving Workshop - Pat Morrow

Date: March 20, March 21 & March 22, 2015

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm, 9am - 4pm, & 9am - 4pm

Overview: A weekend long workshop - class is 3/20, 5:30-7:30, 3/21, 9-4 & 3/22, 9-4. This is your chance to learn relief carving from a master. Using hand gouges, Pat Morrow will take you through the tools, materials, and skills needed to complete a project. Also covered will be the all essential sharpening techniques. The wood and design will be provided unless you want help creating your own design. Bring your gouges if you have them or use Rockler tools.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $240

Turning 101 - Bruce Perry

Date: March 28, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: This class, aimed at beginners, teaches survival, safety and the basic skills of spindle work and faceplate turning to create a small bowl. Sharpening methods are also demonstrated as well as discussions on wood structure, wood selection and tool choices. This is a skills class, not a “project” class; the take-away is knowledge, not finished woodturnings. Your instructor will be Bruce Perry. All wood and tools supplied by the instructor..

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100

Hollow Forms - Bruce Perry

Date: March 29, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: Shape a hollow form and create an elegant turned vase. Step by step demonstration and practice will be the order of the day. Students will learn how to rough shape between centers, methods to cut a clean shape, how to mount the vessel in a chuck, how to hollow, and how to jamb the piece to finish the bottom. Students will learn about sources and selection of wood, wood grain, and how they relate to your design and project success.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Class Fee: $100

Woodworking 101 - Bookshelf - Tracy Gray

Date: April 11, 2015

Time: 9am - 1pm

Overview: This is a two day class -Sat & Sun, April 11 & 12. Learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small bookcase. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. A $75 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100 + materials

Marquetry - Rich Gady

Date: April 18, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: Making pictures in wood - an introduction to marquetry. Learn how to select wood veneers and cut them exactly the way you want with affordable tools and supplies. In this class, your instructor will be Rich Gady, an award winning master of the craft and an excellent teacher. Once you learn the technique, you practice on your own piece while the instructor provides expert guidance and tips to increase your skills and confidence.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100 + materials

Take Your Turning To The Next Level - Michael Roper

Date: April 19, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: Make a turning project of your own choice with an award winning wood artist Michael Roper (just call him Roper) who will help you take your woodturning to the next level. This is an open intermediate class designed to help beginner wood turners take the next step in perfecting their technique. We will discuss proper tool bevel angles as well as sharpening techniques, stance and safety at the lathe while guiding you through the project you want to do. Please bring your tools and wood for your project.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Class Fee: $100

Small Wood Boxes - Rich Gady

Date: April 25, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: In this class you will learn the processes for constructing a beautiful lidded box. You will also learn techniques for making different corner joints, such as mitered and splined, and how to achieve a well-fitted lid. To accomplish this, the table saw (with miter & spline sleds), drum, belt, & orbital sanders, router, band saw and drill press will be used. Decorative touches with veneers will be demonstrated. The instructor, Rich Gady, master cabinetmaker, will demonstrate these processes and help you start making beautiful boxes.

Skill Level: Beginner

Class Fee: $100 + materials

Finishing-Hands On - Rich Johnson

Date: April 26, 2015

Time: 9am - 4pm

Overview: An incredible opportunity to learn about the theory of finishing from one of the best! Our instructor will teach you about the different types of finish available to the woodworker and when to use them. You will learn about natural and man-made finishes, indoor and outdoor finishes, and the stains and dyes used to color your projects. You will get to use the knowledge learned in the class to take an average finish and turn it into a stunning surface! You will be amazed at the results you will be able to achieve on your next finishing project.

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What People are Saying:

I have been using Rockler for years, your products are always the best that can be purchased and your prices are very reasonable. Ann you have always done your best to make me feel as though I was your very best customer. Thank you for great service."